For a wedding with 250 guests in the Paducah KY, the estimated total cost is around $41,973 - $51,301. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Paducah KY is approximately $187. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,973 - $51,301.
The average wedding cost in Paducah KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,973 - $51,301 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Paducah KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $226 - $276. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $240 - $294.
In Paducah KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,357 - $1,659. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,925 - $2,353 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$226 - $276 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,357 - $1,659 |
3.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Paducah KY is $1,306 - $1,596. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Paducah KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,306 - $1,596 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,306 - $1,596 |
3.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Paducah KY is $146 - $178. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,677 - $3,271, which is 6.4% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Paducah KY typically budget around $2,300 - $2,812 which is 5.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,677 - $3,271 |
6.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$376 - $460 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,300 - $2,812 |
5.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Paducah KY, you should budget approximately $25,468 - $31,128, which is about 60.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,468 - $31,128 |
60.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,971 - $8,520 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$13,557 - $16,569 |
32.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,941 - $6,039 |
11.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,466 - $5,458. This accounts for roughly 10.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,466 - $5,458 |
10.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$403 - $493 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$180 - $220 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$701 - $857 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$517 - $631 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,646 - $2,012 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,019 - $1,245 |
2.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,788 - $2,186.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,788 - $2,186 |
4.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,132 - $1,384 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$446 - $545 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,560 - $1,906. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,560 - $1,906 |
3.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$251 - $307 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$413 - $505 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$204 - $250 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$223 - $273 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$169 - $207 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$180 - $220 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $667 - $815.
| Other Events Cost |
$667 - $815 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$667 - $815 |
1.6% |
On average, couples in Paducah KY spend between $1,971 - $2,409 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Paducah KY with 250 guests spend between $1,971 - $2,409 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,971 - $2,409 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,971 - $2,409 |
4.7% |